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Discover Northern Egypt’s Wonders: 3-Day Private Tour of Giza, GEM, Saqqara, Dahshur & Alexandria

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Experience the very best of northern Egypt on this well-paced 3-day private guided tour from Cairo. This carefully designed itinerary brings together the country’s most iconic ancient sites and cultural highlights. Stand in awe before the Giza Pyramids and Great Sphinx, explore the world-class Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM) and its extraordinary collection of Tutankhamun’s treasures, and discover the pioneering Step Pyramid of Djoser at Saqqara along with the impressive Bent and Red Pyramids at Dahshur. You’ll also enjoy a full day in the elegant Mediterranean city of Alexandria, uncovering its rich Greco-Roman history at sites such as the Catacombs of Kom el Shoqafa, Pompey’s Pillar, and the iconic Bibliotheca Alexandrina. With your own dedicated private Egyptologist guide, comfortable transportation, and lunches included daily, this tour delivers deep historical insight and a completely stress-free experience. Perfect for first-time visitors and history enthusiasts who want maximum discovery in a short time.

Itinerary:

Day 1: Day Tour to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Saqqara and Dahshur

This morning, your private guide and driver will pick up you for a full day tour of the pyramids at Giza and Grand Egyptian Museum GEM. Start by visiting the Giza Plateau to explore the world famous pyramids of Cheops, Chephren, Mycrenos and Sphinx; these structures that have stood tall for 4500 years. Discover the beauty of the Sphinx, one of the largest monolith statues in the history of mankind. Enjoy the views and take remarkable pictures. You’ll find your local Egyptology guide a wealth of knowledge and full of enthusiasm about Egyptian history, and their country in general.

Step into a world where history comes alive as you explore the Grand Egyptian Museum, a monumental tribute to Egypt’s past and a gateway to its future. The Grand Egyptian Museum, also known as the GEM, stands as a beacon of Egypt’s rich heritage and cultural legacy. This architectural marvel is set to house an unparalleled collection of artifacts and treasures, providing a comprehensive journey through the millennia of Egyptian civilization.

Back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza for overnight.

Meals included: Lunch at a local restaurant.

Accommodation: Not Included.

Day 2: Alexandria Day Trip From Cairo by Car

Start with early morning pick-up at 7:00 am for a full day tour to Alexandria from Cairo. Tour Alexandria’s most significant and fascinating spots with your private tour guide. Descend into the Catacombs of Kom El Shoqafa, with the beautiful artworks, visit the Roman Theater,  take in views from the 15-century fortifications at the Citadel of Qaitbay. Explore the New Alexandria library at your own pace. Drive Back in comfort to your hotel in Cairo for overnight.

Note, Alexandria Library is closed every Friday and every public holiday.

Lunch will be served at a seafood restaurant between visits (drinks not included)

Meals Included: Lunch at a seafood restaurant.

Accommodation: Not Included.

Day 3: Tour to the Grand Egyptian Museum GEM, Coptic Cairo and Khan El Khalili Bazaar

Our Egyptology guide will pick you up from your hotel in Cairo or Giza on time. Step into a world where history comes alive as you explore the Grand Egyptian Museum, a monumental tribute to Egypt’s past and a gateway to its future. The Grand Egyptian Museum, also known as the GEM, stands as a beacon of Egypt’s rich heritage and cultural legacy. This architectural marvel is set to house an unparalleled collection of artifacts and treasures, providing a comprehensive journey through the millennia of Egyptian civilization.

Drive to Old Cairo that is also known as Christian Coptic Cairo which is among the most important locations visited by the Holy Family; where the spiritual impact of their presence is still felt. The first stop will be the Hanging Church, named for its location above a gatehouse of Babylon Fortress, which is one of the oldest churches in the world. Then you will get inside the Synagogue of Ben Ezra, where you will know more about the birth of Moses and Hebrew Culture and tradition. Enter the Church of Abu Sergah (St. Sergious), the whole area of the Fort of Babylon, a destination of pilgrimage not only for the Egyptians but for Christians from around the world. Also there you will have a chance to visit St. Barbara Church.

Khan el-Khalili is one of the world’s largest bazaars, and offers a truly authentic local Cairo experience. Among the world’s oldest bazaars, dating back to 1382, Khan el-Khalili offers an experience unique to the old streets of Islamic Cairo, and affords the opportunity to engage with locals, as locals do, hunting for bargains and relaxing with a coffee as the hustle of the bazaar passes you by. The numerous shops in this district are known for trading fine brass ware, copper, perfumes, leather, silver, gold, antiques and much more.
Finally you will be transferred back to your hotel in Cairo or Giza.

Meals Included: Lunch at a local restaurant.

Accommodation: Not Included.

Additional Information:

  • You will need to pay all the entrance fees to the sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary by card.
  • You will need to carry cash for water, drinks, tipping to the guide and driver.
  • Other languages are available with extra 225$ USD per person upon your request.
  • It is available to provide German, Italian, Japanese or French Tour Guide with extra 225$USD per person for the 3 days.
  • It is available to pick travelers at New Cairo, New Giza or 6th.October hotels with extra 10$ USD per person per day.
  • It is available to drop off travelers at their hotels in New Cairo, New Giza or 6th.October with extra 10$ USD per person per day.
  • It is available to pickup or drop off travelers from Hotels at New Administrative Capital with extra 20$ USD per person per day each way.

What’s Included:

  • Professional English-speaking tour guide.
  • All transfers, pick up and drop off by an A/C vehicle.
  • 2 Day Tours in Cairo; Giza Pyramids, Grand Egyptian Museum GEM, Old Cairo and more.
  • 1 day tour to Alexandria from Cairo.
  • 3 x lunch at a local restaurant during the day tours.

What’s Excluded:

  • Entry Visa to Egypt.
  • International flight tickets.
  • Hotel accommodations. (book it yourself)
  • Entrance fees to the mentioned sightseeing.
  • Camel ride is optional during the Giza Pyramids tour.
  • Water or drinks during the lunch time.
  • Tipping to Guide and Drivers.
  • Any optional Tours.

Tour Price:

  • Single: 500$USD
  • 2-15: 300$USD

Children Policy:

  • 0 – 04.99 sharing with their parents, pay 50$USD.
  • 5 – 11.99 sharing with their parents, pay 150$USD.
  • 12+ pay full tour price as per adult person.

Prices:

Prices are quoted in US Dollars per person per trip.

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